How To Make Bunelos

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (240 ml) warm water

• 1 teaspoon (2 g) anise (optional)

• 3 cups (375 g) all-purpose (plain) flour

• 1 1/2 teaspoon (6 g) baking powder

• 1 teaspoon (5 g) salt

• 1 tablespoon (12 g) sugar

• 1 teaspoon (4 g) vanilla extract

• 1/3 cup (83 ml) melted butter

• oil for frying

How To Make Buñelos

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1. Start by making anise water by placing 1 1/4 cup of warm water in a small bowl with anise. Let it sit for about 10 minutes. Strain and set aside 1 cup of water for the dough.

2. In a large bowl, mix the flour together baking powder salt and sugar.

3. Form a well in the center, pour in melted butter anise water and vanilla extract. Knead until a soft and smooth dough forms- about 2 minutes or less

4. Cover the dough with a kitchen towel and let it rest while you clean and prepare the working surface. No time required. As soon as you are done preparing your surface you may proceed with the next steps.

5. Flour your working surface and divide the dough into 12-13 small balls and cover.

6. Roll each dough on a floured board in a circular motion until thin. Be careful not to let the dough tear. For the crispy dough, roll super thin. Repeat the remaining

dough until all the dough has been used up. (Tip: Place on the top of the bowl to let it air out. This step helps buñelos absorb less oil)

7. Heat up a skillet or cast iron with vegetable oil, enough to cover it, with 2 inches of oil. Het should be approximately 350 degrees F.

8. Place dough in the oil and fry until golden brown- this step will take about a minute or less, depending on the thickness of the dough. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

9. Serve buñelos warm or at room temperature with Piloncillo Syrup and/or sprinkle with cinnamon sugar .

Enjoy!